Salomon Men’s Speedcross 3 Trail Running Shoe review

Solomon Speedcross 3 are the most amazing running shoes with an innovative top class design, well suited for ambitious rock and mountain climbers. They are well constructed off road running shoes with an excessive tread providing excellent grip and Climashield design suitable for sloppy and wet conditions. They are not just simple running shoes as they are highly suitable for maintain trailing as well. These are an improved version and offer more durability and less weight than their predecessor shoes Solomon speedcross 1 and 2. Here is a Solomon Mens Speedcross 3 review to highlight some of the product’s prominent features, pros and cons in detail.

Who are these shoes for?

They are for runners who do a lot of offroad running and requiring more upper sole protection and more grip for terrain surfaces. They are ideal for mountain climbers and trailers. They are also highly recommended for hitch hiking and outings. They also are warm and cosy in the winter so I would call them “winter running shoes”. If you’re an ambitious rock climber these shoes will definitely work for you. These shoes sit lightly lower than the ground to offer more responsiveness and added stability in balance.

Salomon Men’s Speedcross 3 Pros and Cons

Pros:

Solomon Speedcross 3 textile design renders them lightweight and breathable for long lasting comfort and enhanced performance. They also come in a clamishield design version which makes it resistant to the most highly unfavourable weather condition and is abrasion proof which is a step forward than Solomon speedcross 2. Speedcross 3 also has a mudguard which prevents mud and soil debris from getting in between the feet and the footbed making them suitable for walking on muddy surfaces. One remarkable feature is its quick lace system which you can tie up very easily and quickly just by pulling and tightening them and then tucking the lace ends under a little lace pocket that stores the lace within itself. The usage of sock lite keeps the shoes dry and keeps skin healthy. There is also a heel cup for added heel grip and stability.

In terms of flexibility these shoes are super flexible. A remarkable feature is that these shoes have an advanced 3-D Chassis system offering absorbing shock and offering more flexibility of the heel for a better strike of the ground. This added with the heel cup protects against twisting movement or over pronation of the foot. The shoes sole has a mud and snow Non marking chevrog lug pattern, which seemingly leaves no trails behind whatever the terrain maybe. So you could run on any surface and there will be no trials. Solomon high cross 3 are very durable and resistant to wear and tear. So you can run hundreds of miles and even then the shoes won’t be worn. There is a Sensifit system which cradles the foot offering maximum support and a customised fit. This offers a strong grip on your feet which makes them very comfortable. There is added toe room for comfort of toes so you can wiggle them around without them feeling restricted. The heel height has dropped but not the stack height which has remained the same. It has got rid of the midsole pronator cushion pad making them more lightweight. The toe guard protects against entry of those errant stones that could be very uncomfortable if they got in your shoe.

They are resistant against weather conditions that can hamper ones speed and quickly dampen spirits. Imagine you are climbing rocks where the slopes are icy, slippery and it is snowing as well. Then these shoes can protect you from falling and bruising your toes offering great comfort and warmth in such conditions. They keep the feet dry, warm and cosy protecting against humidity and moisture.They also provide a great snuggle fitting for the foot.

Cons:

The only flip side of these shoes is that they are lightweight but not as light weight as some of the competitors in the market. It is 11.5 ounces where as lightweight shoes now have a criteria of 10 ounces. So not super light but its other features such as aggressive design and lightweight cushioning definitely make up for that. Also some people may find the quick laces a bit fiddly and awkward.

Conclusion:

Hopefully you have found this Salomons speedcross 3 review helpful and informative. Salomon speed cross 3 shoes are definitely a step up from their Predecessor speedcross 2 as they are more flexible, durable and comfortable. Solomon hasn’t embraced the current trend of making shoes having less heel to toe strike and are best suited to those who prefer a good heel strike. If you like to go mountain climbing then these are the shoes for you. If you are interested in buying them I would advise buyers to try them on first if possible, as some users had the impression that their own size is a good fit for them whereas on the contrary some buyers have recommended to go at least half a size higher, resulting in a conclusion that users had a difference of opinion with regards to size. They are excellent for off road running and trailing as well as rock climbing and are indeed one of the topnotch trailing shoes available in the market definitely worth the buy.